Corvallis School district 509J

7th and 8th Grade Career Learning Activities

During their Seventh and Eighth grade years students are focusing on creating initial education plans by learning about themselves, educational options, and the world of work.

Student will:

• Identify occupations of interest through an interest inventory

• Research preparation needed for career interests using regional and national information

• Connect career aspirations with high school course selection and postsecondary training.

• Create a high school course plan to meet school requirements and personal goals

• Identify allies in community and school

• Create an action plan

8th grade Career Learning Activities include:

• Lesson Plans - Day 1, Day 2, Day 3

  • Review login procedures for Career Information System (CIS)

  • Complete “Interest Profiler” in CIS

  • Complete “Exploration of 3 Occupations” in CIS

  • Complete “Self-Knowledge Reflections” in CIS

  • Complete “Courses to take in high school” activity

    • CVHS Course Description Handbook

    • CHS Course Catalog

  • Complete “My Course Planner” in CIS

    • 9th Grade Transition Planning Handout

  • Complete “Activities and Achievements” in CIS